Upcoming Events

Treat yourself to four days of fitness and wellbeing at our healthy heart Immersion at Canyon Ranch Tucson.

Over the course of this four-day retreat, you’ll learn the science behind how heart attacks happen, what to do to prevent them, and evidence-based approaches to predicting and managing heart attack risk. Dr. Regis Fernandes, of the famed Mayo Clinic, and our team of experts will guide you through personalized insights and practical skills for adopting healthier habits in your daily life so you can live better longer.

This event marries a world-class education in cardiovascular health and comprehensive fitness with the all-inclusive luxury, spa services, and lush landscape of our Arizona wellness resort.

In addition to this event, you can enjoy all of the daily activities that Tucson, AZ offers. Explore our sample schedule.

Regis I. Fernandes, M.D., is a general cardiologist, with a specialty interest in Preventive Cardiology. His clinical focus includes:

• Expertise in the management of lipid disorders and general cardiology issues, such as coronary artery disease, hyperlipidemias, heart failure, valvular heart disease and arrhythmias
• Cardiac rehabilitation, exercise physiology, and sports cardiology
• Complex coordination of care with other cardiovascular subspecialties
• Providing consultations in the Mayo Clinic's Executive Health Program, offering personalized and time-effective evaluations catered to the unique needs of executives' busy schedules
• Promoting each patient's understanding of disease and empowering patients to become partners in managing their health

In addition to his clinical activities, Dr. Fernandes is active in research and education, providing mentorship to residents and fellows.

Dr. Stephen Brewer, MD, ABFM, has served as Medical Director of Canyon Ranch Tucson for nearly two decades. He specializes in family medicine, integrative medicine, preventative medicine, and men’s health. Over the years, he has led numerous presentations on Health & Performance topics including brain health, integrative medicine, preventive medicine, men’s health, medical weight loss, peak performance, and health in moderation. Dr. Brewer knows from experience that the key to balancing a busy professional life with personal wellness is to find a plan that works with your lifestyle. He is passionate about helping our guests discover that balance for themselves.

Mike Siemens, MS, RCEP, Director of Performance Science, works one-on-one with our guests, creating customized exercise programs for a wide variety of fitness levels and movement goals. After nearly three decades with our Fitness & Movement team at Canyon Ranch, Mike continues to be energized by teaching people how exercise can improve the quality of their lives. He specializes in strength and aerobic conditioning, metabolic testing data, and custom exercise program design.

Amy Hawthorne, MS, LMFT, Director of Mental Health & Wellness, spent several years working for a world-renowned in-patient treatment center before she joined our Mind & Spirit team at Canyon Ranch. She has experience addressing issues including trauma, many forms of addiction, depression, and anxiety. She is also well versed in stress management, interpersonal relationships, codependency, and healing shame. Amy specializes in getting to the root of issues quickly, helping guests to recognize the deeper “why” for current life circumstances, team Canyon Ranch Tucson, Krisna worked as a consultant for companies, universities, and nonprofit organizations as a health and performance coach, executive coach, nutrition advisor, Pilates instructor, and developer of comprehensive employee wellness programs.

Sunday, May 4

4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Welcome & Orientation
Hear an overview of what the next few days will look like and familiarize yourself with each other and Canyon Ranch.

5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Welcome Dinner
Get to know each other and chat about the week ahead over a delicious, healthful group meal.

7 p.m.–8 p.m. Crystal Singing Bowl Meditation
This sound-focused wellness experience is designed to bring your whole self into balance and prepare you for a good night’s sleep.

Monday, May 5

9 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Preventing Heart Attacks with Dr. Regis Fernandes
Understanding how heart attacks and strokes happen is an important part of knowing what can be done to prevent them. Learn practical tips on healthy lifestyle choices that can really make a difference.

11 a.m.–Noon Navigating Diet Trends
Dive into the claims and science behind today’s biggest diet trends. From keto to intermittent fasting and more, learn how different diet trends impact health & performance.

2 p.m. Endurance, Zone 2 & You
Join us for an in-depth analysis of Zone 2 endurance training. Uncover how this method transforms your fitness, enhancing cardiovascular capacity and overall athletic achievements. Your journey to optimal endurance starts here.

3 p.m. Non-Statin Cholesterol Medications with Dr. Regis Fernandes
Review the latest cholesterol medications and the most current evidence-based recommendations for lipid lowering beyond statins.

Tuesday, May 6

9 a.m. Assessing Cardiovascular Risk with Dr. Regis Fernandes
Learn about the role of cardiac/vascular imaging and genetic testing to improve cardiovascular risk prediction, including the coronary calcium score.

10 a.m. Burnout & Resilience
Discuss burnout in high-functioning people, common symptoms, and how it affects our lives. Learn how you can cultivate resiliency.

3 p.m. Ten Most Common Questions with Dr. Regis Fernandes
Discuss the 10 most common questions asked by patients from Dr. Fernandes’ preventive cardiology clinic to help you make healthy choices for long-term heart health.

4 p.m. The Genetics of Lipid Disorders with Dr. Regis Fernandes
Learn the most common genetic lipid disorders and about their diagnosis, significance, and management.

Wednesday, May 7

9 a.m. Exercise Prescriptions for Your Heart Health with Dr. Regis Fernandes & Mike Siemens moderated by Dr. Stephen Brewer
Learn how to design an evidence-based exercise program tailored to your goals that takes your heart into consideration.

10 a.m. Q&A Panel Discussion with Dr. Regis Fernandes & Dr. Steven Brewer
Bring your questions for a final question and answer session.

11 a.m. Closing Circle
A ceremony to mark your commitment to yourself as you toast your fellow participants.